A new commandment you gave to us was to love one another

Father how do I begin to love my neighbor when all they do is criticize me

Father how do I follow this command when all my neighbor does is to inflict pain in my life

When I smile appreciating a new day

My smile is quickly turned into a frown

All my neighbor sees in me is a fighting opponent

Oh lord put me out of my misery

I can’t do this anymore

My head I cannot serve to them on a silver platter

My pride won’t let me

Oh Lord intervene

How do I begin to love my neighbor